Summer Social featuring the Gutsy Pickleball Classic
August 13, 2026August 13, 2026
5:00 PM
This year, we’re leveling up our annual Summer Social by keeping what you love of good music, great food & drinks, community connections, raffles, and games as well as introducing a brand-new tradition: the Gutsy Pickleball Classic. Whether you’re a pickleball pro or just here for the drinks, there is a spot for you at Summer Social!
What to Expect?
Enjoy a dazzling evening of great food & drinks, music, fun raffles & games, community connections & networking, a moving rising star program featuring a Rising Star Medical Professional and Rising Star Young Professional, community vendors, and watch or play in our Gutsy Pickleball Classic tournament. This is set to be a night you won't forget!
The Gutsy Pickleball Classic
Think you’ve got what it takes to be the first-ever Gutsy Champion? Grab a partner and hit the courts for a cause! Team registrations include a ticket for the duo into our annual Summer Social, entry into the tournament with 2 games guaranteed, dinner & 1 drink ticket per player, entertainment, music, and so much more. Team entry fee is $140.
You can pay your entry fee directly or use our fundraising resources to raise your $140! Want to make an even bigger impact for the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation? We have awesome swag and bonus perks for players who reach higher fundraising milestones!
Partier Attendee Tickets
If your "backhand" is better suited for holding a cold drink, grab an Party Pass Attendee Ticket! You’ll get full access to the party, the vendors & festival, raffles & games, dinner, and the best seats in the house for great music and to cheer on the tournament—all while supporting the Foundation’s mission.
The Evening's Schedule:
5pm: Registration, Bar, & Raffles Open
5pm: Pre-game Warm-Up Opportunity & Pickleball Lesson Opportunity
5:15pm: Opening Ceremony that kicks off the Music & Fun
5:30pm: First Pickleball Game
7:30pm Rising Star Program Intermission
8:30pm Estimated Finale Game with Raffle Winners and Tourney winners announced
9pm Event Close